Gabriella Santana
Waterbury
Summary
Patient, responsible, and compassionate worker who has cared for children for over eight years. Professional childcare provider with a strong foundation in child development and caregiving. Proven ability to create engaging, safe learning environments that promote both fun and educational growth. Known for excellent collaboration with colleagues and adaptability to meet the dynamic needs of childcare setting.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Before and After School Childcare Worker
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
Waterbury, CT
10.2017 - Current
- Facilitated children’s emotional and social development, fostering understanding of others and enhancing self-concepts.
- Engaged with parents or guardians to discuss daily activities, behaviors, and any concerns, strengthening home-school communication.
- Guided children in health and personal habits, promoting lifelong healthy practices.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of the environment by regularly performing cleaning tasks and safety checks.
Intern at Office of Victim Services
CONNECTICUT JUDICIAL BRANCH
Waterbury, CT
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Help the Victim Advocate open and review new and ongoing case files
- Completed contact forms and organized case file documentation to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Participated in court sessions to gather information on case updates and court terminology.
- Attended meetings with victims to provide support and gather information. Participated in meetings with victims.
- Aided in phone communications with victims to ensure they received necessary support. Made phone calls to victims.
- Filed case documents and prepared correspondence to facilitate communication with victims.
Education
Master of Science - Sociology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT08-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2024
Associates of Arts - Sociology
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT08-2020
Skills
- Active Listening
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Flexibility
- Critical-Thinking
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
Certification
- DEAN’S LIST
- CPR & AED
- COMMUNITY SERVICE
RELATED EXPERIENCE
CLUB PRESIDENT
GLOBAL BRIGADES–SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY; NEW HAVEN, CT
- Responsible for setting up meetings.
- Organizing fundraisers.
- Recruiting members for the club and/or the volunteer abroad trip.
- Plan out schedules and delegate duties to other board members
- Work with international organization employees to organize funding, travel, and logistics for an international volunteer abroad trip as well as different strategies for advertising, recruitment, and fundraising.
Timeline
Intern at Office of Victim Services
CONNECTICUT JUDICIAL BRANCH
09.2023 - 12.2023
Before and After School Childcare Worker
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
10.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Sociology
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Southern Connecticut State University
Associates of Arts - Sociology
Naugatuck Valley Community College